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WELSH R E V I E W VOLUME 1 | 2016 WELSH R E V I E W VOLUME 1 | 2016 Annual Convention ~ 3 Cover Photograph by Sue Weakley Allison Cyprus & Madoc Gareth Go Up Against the Big Boys at US Dressage Finals ~ 6 www.sueweakley.com Dycott Superlative ~ 10 Upcoming Issues & Deadlines Judging Tulsa - A Word From Our American National Performance Judge John Almond ~ 13 March 6, 2016 Our Cob Odyessy ~ 16 Welsh Review Sec. C & D, Dressage, Glynhafan Hermione ~ 21 Annual Convention News A Place to Shine ~ 22 June 6, 2016 Area Representatives ~ 24 Welsh Review Sec. A, Driving, Junior On the Web ~ 26 Riders Doreen Rose & Talywern Fair Rose ~ 27 September 6, 2016 What’s New With the Welsh Review ~ 27 Welsh Review Sec. B, Hunter, Stallions From the President December 31, 2016 WPCSA 2016 Journal During the last few months there was a great deal of discussion about the American National Show. One of the points of controversy was whether or not the show should be rated with the U S Equestrian National Regional and Federation (USEF). Many members felt that rating the show with the USEF would impose too many Shows, Year-End Results restrictions and fees. Recently another discussion about an area hosting a new show produced the reply from a member that they would be willing to come but only if it was not USEF rated. Why bother with the USEF and rating shows with them when we have our own WPCSA shows? There are many reasons but most of our members have no idea why being associated with the USEF is beneficial. The WPCSA has been an affiliate member of the USEF since the 1960’s and is one of it’s earliest affiliates. Equestrian sport is made up of many varied groups but we should all have one goal in mind- promoting and protecting the horse and all things related to it. Joining with other breeds and disciplines gives us a bigger voice concerning the future of equestrian sport. The USEF is designated as the United States National Governing Body (NGB) and as an affiliate we have certain protections afforded us. We have access to their legal counsel and hearing committees of which we have availed ourselves. This alone has saved us a great deal of money. As an affiliate we pay $150 annual dues and in the last year the USEF has given back to us approximately $ 4000. Part of the money returned to us is based on the number of people who join the USEF and mark Welsh as their primary breed or discipline. That’s a pretty good return on an investment! Another perk is the huge year end awards program that recognizes national and regional winners at USEF rated shows. These award winners are promoted to all USEF members as well as Judy and Jay Hubert the general public through print and social media. Many of the breed affiliates have their National Championships live streamed through the USEF Network. However since our National Championship at the Annual Convention is not USEF rated, the likelyihood of that happening is zero. We are one of the few breed affiliates Photo by Patricia Cochran whose National Championship is not rated with them. Recent changes in the top leadership of the USEF should bring changes that will encourage greater participation. So join the USEF and make sure you designate Welsh as your primary breed or discipline. ~ Dr. Ruth Welsh Review 2 Annual Convention Photo by Lisa Landis Submitted by: Martha Stover he Welsh Pony and Cob Society of America now much better defined and shared between the Society (WPCSA) held its 2015 Annual General Meeting and the OKWPS. Please check your rulebooks for the up- over the weekend of February 25 – 28, 2016 in coming show year! And by the way, our beautiful new T rule book can be ordered online at www.lulu.com for only beautiful San Antonio, Texas. Over 150 members from across the United States and Canada were part of this $3.00 plus postage. exciting annual event. San Antonio and the Red River Welsh Pony Association welcomed all of us with open A highlight for many was the Friday afternoon “Grand arms, great weather and lots of historical and memora- Dames of Welsh” Breeders Panel Q & A featuring six of ble sightseeing options for families and friends. Several our beloved breeders who shared their insight, perspective Facebook postings featuring Texas sized drinks and River and personal stories - invaluable to all breeders and admir- Walk poses tempted those of us that fielded questions in ers of the Welsh breed. committee meetings and worked to keep all of the entire meeting a success. Again, we would never have been able to run so smoothly without the help of Jim and Lois Ferson in our hospital- ity room welcoming attendees and inventorying auction items. The room was a busy hub of activity during the AGM. A big thank you to Pat Kultgen for allowing us to Mary Alice Williams, Gail Thomson, Belinda Meyers for Cherry ship auction items to her home prior to the meeting. There Wilson, Sabra Schiller, Hetty Abeles and Tiz Benedict. Photo by Lisa were so many items received that Pat made at least two Landis 6-hour round trips from her home to the hotel to ensure that everything was in place. Faye Cole-Tanner and her The Annual General Meeting was held Saturday morning team of Robin Nowak, Peggy Ross, Susan Crozier and Be- and since the four incumbent board members ran unchal- linda Meyers amassed a delightful assortment of samples lenged; our bylaws allowed us to suspend the balloting and swag for the excellent gift bags that were handed out process and, therefore, save money on acccounting fees. to attendees. Each event was beautifully decorated thanks Dr. Ruth Wilburn remains as President and Jackie Verkuyl to Robin Nowak and her sister, Kay Countis. This will be a continues in the Vice Presidential position. very hard AGM to forget; I imagine the scent of hay cubes is still wafting through the lobby of the hotel! Dr. Ruth Wilburn, WPCSA President, presented the 2015 Achievement Award to Joann Williams, Cambridge Farm, The Open Forum hosted by Hetty Abeles generated dis- Elkhorn, WI for her dedication to the sport of dressage and cussion on many topics: marketing ideas, Section A work- the effort she has made to acknowledge Welsh Ponies and ing group, new class suggestions and more. Several new Cobs in the dressage world. Achievement awards are giv- show rules for 2016 are now officially in place and every- en to those who take on projects and roles that assist the one agrees that the American National Show details are Society in the promotion and care of our breed. Welsh Review 3 up and amaze us all by growing up way too fast. There truly is a camaraderie among the kids that show and they look forward to reconnecting at the AGM. Megan Burt- ness expertly produced a power point presentation to ac- company all of the award presentations eloquently em- ceed by Marissa Gomez, Alexandra Johnson and Arthur Thomson. It was nice to see some of these kids accept their awards in person and once again Audrey Schulze was thrilled to receive her championship in the 12 and under Division, with reserve going to Skylar Millhouser. We welcomed back Kaitlin Hofer for her championship in the 13-17 age group with reserve going to Marissa Gomez. Congratulations to all of these young people for all their hard work and success showing their animals at WPCSA rated shows. You will find other articles in the Dr. Ruth Wilubrn presents Joann Williams with the WPCSA Achieve- 2015 WPCSA Journal issue about our Lifetime Award ment Award. Photo by Patricia Cochran recipients. I hope that award winners brought an extra suitcase to carry home all of their winning swag! Photo by Patricia Cochran Judith Hartman was the winning bidder for this love- ly saddle donated by Dr. Carolyn Fricke. Cherry Wilson, Photo by Lisa Landis This year’s annual fund raising auction was a great success and resulted in a record breaking total of $8300.00! The On Sunday a Judges clinic on Welsh conformation and funds raised this year are slated for website improvements. breed type was presented by Mrs. Cherry Wilson, long- Again, we had over 150 items donated for the event, all time Welsh breeder (Bristol prefix) and judge. Cherry unique and thoughtful. We have so much fun during the has worked long and hard on this subject and has de- auction and it is a chance for some of us to let our hair veloped a DVD that was used during the clinic. Much down and “pony up” for the Society! discussion expanded on the DVD and provided valuable information to judges and breeders. The awards banquet is one of the main reasons members attend the AGM. Ribbons and trophies represent the per- The Society is excited to announce that the tentative sonal goals and happy successes of a year spent with people 2016 annual meeting location is San Francisco, Califor- and their ponies. Many are energized to make plans for the nia. The Society encourages its members and anyone in- upcoming year. We become unrecognizable for a moment terested in Welsh ponies or cobs to make plans to attend in more formal attire! The kids and young adults dress the meeting in California, February, 2017. Welsh Review 4 Allison Cyprus and Madoc Gareth Go Up Against the Big Boys at U.S. Dressage Finals Story by Sue Weakley, Reprinted with Permission from Horsesdaily.com Photographs by Moonfyre Photography Allie Cyprus, a 17-year-old high school senior from let intimidation get to you.